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March 5, 2008

Searching for a technical report? Leona, the Hanford Technical Library's online catalog includes a growing number of records for many site-related reports but doesn't list everything in the collection. If you're not finding the report you're looking for, ask a Technical Library specialist for assistance.

February 20, 2008

Knovel eBooks enhancements coming soon - A sneak peak of upcoming Knovel enhancements available from the the Hanford Technical library, is scheduled Thursday, February 21 at 8 am. Register in advance to view the 30-minute online demonstration from your office or join Technical Library staff in CIC room 101R. Improvements include simpler ways to refine your search, more efficient navigation, and better browse capabilities. All designed to save you time.

February 18, 2008

Quick and Dirty Searching Secrets at Lunchtime - Learn hot searching tips and tricks in a 30-minute class designed to save you time and to provide the results you need. Hanford Technical Library specialists will demonstrate search strategies for Web of Science, Google Scholar, and more tailored to your information needs and to help you work more effectively. Class is Wednesday, February 20, Sigma 2, Room 205, 12:30 - 1 pm.

February 13, 2008

Web of Science has a new tabbed interface and a fresh look. Interested in knowing who cites your work? Trying to decide where to publish? Web of Science can help answer these questions. Even the most complex searching is a snap with improved search options. Save your search results with the "Marked List" feature or export them to EndNote Web or other reference management tools. Take advantage of the handy online tutorials.

February 11, 2008

Find articles fast. Citation Linker can help you quickly find full-text articles. Enter the journal title or ISSN and any other information you have. A complete citation is not necessary. Citation Linker will search for the article in the Hanford Technical Library's subscription content. While Citation Linker won't always be able to locate online content automatically, clicking on the HTL SFX button will provide, in many cases, either a link to the article or information about your options.

February 6, 2008

Current books 'at a glance' -. The Pick of the Week feature on the Hanford Technical Library website, has been re-designed to easily connect you to books. Each week, eBooks and print books, ranging from biochemistry to toxicology, are featured. One click takes you directly to the full-text of an eBook or to additional information and options for requesting a book from the Library's collection. Any book can be sent to you via plant mail. Find something you enjoy? Let us know.